1
as in symbol
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the hallmark of the Primrose Pottery Works is the small rose emblem etched on each piece
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
regards kindness and gentleness as the hallmarks of a real man
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Recent Examples of hallmark
Wes Siler, Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2025
The track's tight nature can easily spur on contact, a hallmark of this iconic track.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Myles Poydras, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2020
Byrne recalled her brother’s sense of humor, hallmarked an uncanny ability to impersonate anyone.
—Michael Brice-Saddler, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2019
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Noun
Ekstrom explains that this will be a hallmark across a growing range of footwear Sitka plans to build out in the near future.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2025
The track's tight nature can easily spur on contact, a hallmark of this iconic track.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Verb
Holidays, inasmuch as they are illustrated by their ornaments and decorations, are also hallmarked by their customary foods, which spangle around festive table centerpieces as the true spectacle of the occasions.
—Myles Poydras, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2020
Byrne recalled her brother’s sense of humor, hallmarked an uncanny ability to impersonate anyone.
—Michael Brice-Saddler, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmark
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The symbol of the Nazi Party in Hitler’s Germany remains in circulation today among white supremacists and hate groups.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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The show was centered on a large-scale painting that presents a counter-history of Mexican identity blending symbols of a hyper-masculinized past with that of an industrialized future.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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While not all cities’ bus rapid transit lines are the same, the systems are generally defined by several key characteristics: ► Dedicated, bus-only lanes in the center of the roadway.—
Elliott Wenzler,
The Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2025
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Actively scan device characteristics for identification.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
14 Feb. 2025
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Its prediction for 5% to 9% in the first three months of this year would mark the weakest growth on record for the online retail giant.—
Medora Lee,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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Hutchinson Youth Basketball Association marked its inaugural year of charitable giving by distributing $24,000 in grants to five organizations last week, with support from Main Street Sports Bar.—
Janean Sorrell,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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These claims stem from a misunderstanding of digital design elements rather than an actual modification of the national emblem.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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But the giant panda hasn’t always been an emblem of the Chinese nation.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Cordless Handheld Vacuum $69 at Wayfair The powerful suction is one of the vacuum’s most impressive features.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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According to the twisting, years-long saga recounted in the press notes for this restoration, a negative Variety review out of the Toronto International Film Festival in 1999 was enough to spook distributors from taking on Burnett’s feature.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2025
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Servers glide around with champagne on silver trays, hors d’oeuvres are stamped with the omnipresent B and dancers in golden bodysuits undulate with glowing orange orbs in homage to bitcoin’s signature hue.—
Nina Bambysheva,
Forbes,
30 Jan. 2025
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Kevon Looney matched his regular season career-high with 18 points and Gary Payton II (15 points, nine rebounds) stamped the game with a vicious slam dunk with under a minute left.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
30 Jan. 2025
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Upon entering, there is a Batman logo at the door as well as a soothing water feature that sets the tone for the inspiration behind the house.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, Berrios accompanied his girlfriend in a Fendi sweater covered in the brand’s logo.—
Marissa Muller,
WWD,
15 Feb. 2025
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Another program that seeks to protect groundwater is the water quality certification program, which began in 2014.—
MinnPost,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Much of the problem is that the quality of the first half of the film sets a standard that the remainder simply couldn’t match.—
Anthony Paletta,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Hallmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmark. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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